Flash flooding interrupts half-marathon, submerges cars
Parts of New York, New Jersey and Connecticut were hit by flash flooding, leading to water rescues, stranded motorists and half-marathon runners battling the floodwaters.
Nigeria: Police Secure N300,000 Hospital Debt Waiver for Woman Who Lost Baby After C-Section
[Premium Times] The Ogun State Police Command said its intervention demonstrated police’s efforts in facilitating peaceful resolution of disputes brought before them
Body of missing runner found in South Africa
A nationwide appeal was launched after Elizabeth Moselakgomo went missing last week. Four other women’s bodies have been found nearby.
Wild dogs record 2,500-mile trek across Zambia in search of a mate
Scientists say the record-breaking journey by three brothers offers hope wildlife can survive growing pressures.
Uganda will now take part in Harry's Invictus Games after King's reassurance
After a phone call with Buckingham Palace, Uganda now says it will take part in the Invictus Games.
Nigeria: Dangote Refinery Plans US Listing in Three to Four Years
[Premium Times] “By doing so, because the company will be very, very large, we will be having 10 per cent of the total America’s capacity,” Mr Dangote added.
Nigeria: Troops Rescue Eight Victims, Apprehend Six ISWAP Members in Borno, Adamawa
[Vanguard] Troops have rescued eight abductees and arrested six suspected terrorists and collaborators in separate operations across Borno and Adamawa.
Zambians warned not to eat dead wildlife after anthrax kills dozens of animals
At least 12 people are being treated for anthrax after eating infected meat from wildlife carcasses.
China criticises idea it is in 'malicious competition' over AI
It follows the Anthropic CEO’s calls for a slowdown in AI development – but in a way that prevents China from pulling ahead in the race.
Malaysian boy acquitted for murder of schoolgirl on grounds of insanity
The killing of the 16-year-old nearly a year ago had shocked Malaysia and sparked debate about social media.